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Solon Springs, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Solon Springs is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 723. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
723 Population 461/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $33,589 per capita
$168,200 Home Value $285,030 Zillow
$917 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,200 home value, $917/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

How Solon Springs Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population723
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density461/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$33,589
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,200
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,030
Housing Units411
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.7%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Solon Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solon Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Solon Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solon Springs is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Solon Springs is $168,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Solon Springs has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Solon Springs has a population of 723 with a density of 461 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

723
Total Population
461
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Solon Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Solon Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solon Springs is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Solon Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,589
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Solon Springs is $168,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,030.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,030

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Housing Units411
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Solon Springs, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Solon Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,018
Dentists1:1,635
Mental Health1:546
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Solon Springs has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,129 ft (344 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density461/sq mi
Coordinates46.3478°N, 91.8294°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density461/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

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